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Lindsey Altermatt

Lindsey Altermatt

St. Francis, Minnesota, United States

Fitness Cross Training Mental Skills

RRCA Level 1 RRCA Certified — trains coaches in safe running instruction, injury prevention, and race preparation. RRCA Level 1 RRCA Certified — trains coaches in safe running instruction, injury prevention, and race preparation.

Lindsey builds practical, individualized plans from 26+ years and Twin Cities race experience. Offers consultations, custom plans, The Navigator, and 1:1 coaching.

Starting at $129.00

Katie Brady

Katie Brady

St. Louis, Missouri, United States

Fitness Beginner Recreational

USATF Level 1 USATF Certified — a nationally recognized program covering coaching ethics, athlete development, and sport science. USATF Level 1 USATF Certified — a nationally recognized program covering coaching ethics, athlete development, and sport science.

Katie offers remote USATF Level 1 private coaching that fits training into busy lives—beginners to competitive runners and triathletes targeting 5K to marathon.

Starting at $80.00

Heather Caplan RDN

Heather Caplan RDN

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States

Fitness Nutrition Beginner

RRCA Level 1 RRCA Certified — trains coaches in safe running instruction, injury prevention, and race preparation. RRCA Level 1 RRCA Certified — trains coaches in safe running instruction, injury prevention, and race preparation.

Heather Caplan RDN, RRCA L1 helps busy runners avoid bonking and build strength. RED-S and eating-disorder recovery specialist. Remote/group coaching.

Starting at $179.00

Char Griess

Char Griess

Erie, Colorado, United States

Fitness Competitive Nutrition

Char coaches all levels from 800m to marathon with personalized, evidence-based training and nutrition. Offers in-person, remote and group training plans.

Starting at $50.00

Kasey Halbleib

Kasey Halbleib

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Fitness Beginner Recreational

Kasey offers remote private coaching for 5K–marathon and Boston hopefuls. UESCA-certified, she creates adaptable, personalized plans to build steady progress.

Starting at $100.00

John Hoffman

John Hoffman

Wesley Chapel, Florida, United States

Fitness Competitive High School

USATF Level 1 USATF Certified — a nationally recognized program covering coaching ethics, athlete development, and sport science. USATF Level 1 USATF Certified — a nationally recognized program covering coaching ethics, athlete development, and sport science.

John, D1 runner and USATF L1 coach, coaching since 2006 to help runners reach PRs and Boston qualifying. Offers private, in-person, remote and group coaching.

Starting at $80.00

Melissa Labrie

Melissa Labrie

Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania, United States

Fitness Competitive Recreational

RRCA Level 1 RRCA Certified — trains coaches in safe running instruction, injury prevention, and race preparation. RRCA Level 1 RRCA Certified — trains coaches in safe running instruction, injury prevention, and race preparation.

Melissa, former Ironman with 15+ years' endurance experience and RRCA + GGS credentials, offers structured, sustainable coaching and plans for beginners to competitive runners. 20% off (RUNJULY)

Starting at $45.00

Nathan Pennington

Nathan Pennington

Grand Haven, Michigan, United States

Fitness Competitive High School

Nathan Pennington, sub-2:20 marathoner and retired Army Major, coaches beginners to competitors with remote plans, consultations and private coaching.

Starting at $67.00

Derek Riedel

Derek Riedel

San Antonio, TX, United States

Fitness Competitive High School

USATF Level 1 USATF Certified — a nationally recognized program covering coaching ethics, athlete development, and sport science. USATF Level 1 USATF Certified — a nationally recognized program covering coaching ethics, athlete development, and sport science. USATF Level 2 USATF Certified — a nationally recognized program covering coaching ethics, athlete development, and sport science. +1

Derek, USATF L1/L2 coach with 20+ years at UIW, tailors strength-based plans for 800m–marathon; offers remote, in-person, plans & private coaching.

Starting at $80.00

David Schwinger - ETA

David Schwinger - ETA

Rochester, New York, United States

Fitness Competitive High School

USATF Level 1 USATF Certified — a nationally recognized program covering coaching ethics, athlete development, and sport science. USATF Level 1 USATF Certified — a nationally recognized program covering coaching ethics, athlete development, and sport science.

David uses an autonomy-supportive, behavior-science approach to help runners (800m–ultra) unlock physical and mental potential. Offers consultations & private coaching.

Starting at $50.00

Louis Serafini

Louis Serafini

North Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

Fitness Competitive High School

Lou, Boston-based self-taught coach (3:59 miler, 2:14 marathon; 4x Olympic Trials), offers remote training plans and consultations focused on simple, consistent PR-driven training.

Starting at $75.00

Hannah Shakeshaft

Hannah Shakeshaft

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Fitness Cross Training Mental Skills

Hannah helps everyday runners build consistency, strength and confidence with flexible, science-based plans. Offers 1:1 remote coaching and V.O2 plans.

Starting at $130.00

Andrew Shivery

Andrew Shivery

Miami, Florida, United States

Fitness Competitive Beginner

Andrew builds individualized plans using Jack Daniels' methods, guiding beginners to marathons, big PRs and sub-3:00 training. Remote, group and private coaching.

Starting at $150.00

Arash Taheri

Arash Taheri

Ridgeland, Mississippi, United States

Fitness Competitive High School

USATF Level 1 USATF Certified — a nationally recognized program covering coaching ethics, athlete development, and sport science. USATF Level 1 USATF Certified — a nationally recognized program covering coaching ethics, athlete development, and sport science. USATF Level 2 USATF Certified — a nationally recognized program covering coaching ethics, athlete development, and sport science. +1

Arash Taheri, USATF L1 & L2 and USTFCCCA endurance coach for 800m–marathon athletes; offers plans, private coaching & consultations.

Starting at $80.00

Tammy Whyte

Tammy Whyte

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Fitness Masters Beginner

RRCA Level 1 RRCA Certified — trains coaches in safe running instruction, injury prevention, and race preparation. RRCA Level 1 RRCA Certified — trains coaches in safe running instruction, injury prevention, and race preparation.

Tammy helps middle-of-pack and beginner runners reach half and full marathon goals with RRCA, NASM and CFSC-backed training plans and remote/group consultations.

Starting at $60.00

Evan Espinoza

Evan Espinoza

Birmingham, Alabama, United States

Fitness Competitive High School

Evan coaches high schoolers to marathoners with race-proven, fundamentals-based plans (2:56:58). Uses gait analysis, nutrition and cross-training to improve form and performance.

Starting at $125.00

Evan Schwartz

Evan Schwartz

Boulder, Colorado, United States

Fitness Competitive Boston Marathon

Evan offers data-driven, life-friendly training for competitive runners. U.S. Olympic Trials qualifier who coached athletes to Trials, top-10 USATF finishes and pro fields.

Starting at $170.00

Tanner Twigg

Tanner Twigg

Ellendale, North Dakota, United States

Fitness Recreational Beginner

Tanner offers remote coaching as a gym owner and run coach. A 10+ marathoner (PR 2:57) and Dopey finisher, he helps beginners and recreational runners hit race goals.

Starting at $35.00

Amy Windle

Amy Windle

Langley, BC, Canada

Fitness Competitive High School

Amy helps parents, postpartum and beginner-to-competitive runners with tailored endurance and strength plans plus nutrition and physio referrals.

Starting at $45.00

Karen Dunn

Karen Dunn

Collegeville, Pennsylvania, United States

Fitness Competitive High School

4.2 (5) Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching. Certified V.O2 Certified — built on Jack Daniels' VDOT training methodology for personalized, data-driven coaching. RRCA Level 2 RRCA Certified — trains coaches in safe running instruction, injury prevention, and race preparation. +1

Karen Dunn helps runners train smarter, stronger and faster. VDOT O2- & RRCA-certified, builds strength, lowers injury risk and offers private coaching.

Starting at $180.00

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General Fitness Running Coaches in Canada

General Fitness Training That Respects Canadian Seasons

Training through a Canadian winter for a spring goal takes planning, and coaches based in Canada build that reality into General Fitness training from day one. Plans run on the VDOT methodology - individualized training paces developed by two-time Olympic medalist and exercise scientist Dr. Jack Daniels - and adapt as conditions and fitness change. Profiles show specialties, pricing, languages, and reviews from athletes each coach has actually worked with.

From Local Races to Major Goals

Whether you're targeting a hometown event or a destination race, a Canadian coach can align your General Fitness build with the season you'll train in. Message a coach directly before you commit - most encourage it.

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FAQ

Yes - that's exactly what Canadian coaches plan for. Coaches based in Canada build season-aware General Fitness training - many athletes train indoors through winter for spring goals - and adjust workouts as conditions change.

Pricing is set by each coach and shown on their profile and listings before you buy, from one-off consultations to ongoing private coaching. Filter by price to stay within budget.

Dr. Jack Daniels, the exercise scientist and two-time Olympic medalist Runner's World named "The World's Best Running Coach." His research sets the individualized paces every General Fitness plan on V.O2 is built from, including Canadian coaches' plans.

USATF (USA Track & Field) and RRCA (Road Runners Club of America) both run tiered coaching-education programs covering training science and coaching practice - separate from V.O2 Certified, which is V.O2's own credential built on Dr. Jack Daniels' methodology. Coaches can hold any combination of the three, and all are optional.

First, look for coaches with experience in your target distance, relevant specialities, and positive reviews. Or, search for coaches by location, product type, and price. Once you’ve narrowed your search, read the coaching bios to ensure the coach is the right fit for you. You can also message coaches directly to ask about their approach and whether they're a good fit for your goals.

Yes! All coaches on this page specialize in General Fitness. You can further refine by speciality, product type, or language to find your ideal coach.

Online coaches on V.O2 provide personalized training plans, feedback via messaging, phone calls and/or in-app commenting, and progress tracking without requiring in-person meetings. Most adjust your plan based on your weekly feedback and performance.

Most coaches on the V.O2 Marketplace encourage you to message them with questions before purchasing. This helps you evaluate fit and ensures they're the right choice for your goals and timeline. Otherwise, please email us at info@vdoto2.com and we’ll help you match with the right coach.

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